Listen to the Talking Wall: Why Historic Preservation Matters
Unfortunately, for a serial colony like Taiwan, historic preservation has been a complicated issue. Each settler wanted to out-do the previous settlers, whom they presumably defeated…
The Coming Taiwan Independence Surge
The ROC government frequently claims that Taiwan is already independent. However, this de facto independence satisfies neither the national psyche nor the needs of the people of Taiwan, who languish under Beijing’s constraints.
Between Economy and Nationalism: Scotland’s Left on Independence
Late into the night in the pubs, Yes supporters with their Scottish flags gathered to drink, talk, and sing. Even though the results weren’t optimistic, they were enjoying this night—a night that they have fought hard for.
中國與台灣，國家族群認知混戰
雖然中國與共產黨不斷的用國家統一、族群相近、甚至有點侵略性的宣告歷史上中國對台灣的統治地位，台灣社會卻越來越多人無視中國的說法，遠離了以中國為中心的文化認同…
Dreaming of an Odor-Free Bathroom in Taiwan
In 2004, upon hearing about my summer plans in Taiwan, a classmate responded with, “Oh great! I have always wanted to visit a developing country.” How is Taiwan, the land of soy milk and honey, a developing country?
Why China and Taiwan Are Divided, Really
While China is about national unity, ethnic sameness, and ever-invasive territory claims, Taiwan continues to go towards a lasting and permanent identity separate from one that is Chinese-centric.